Ann Hill Poynton, 69

Published: Monday, November 25, 2013 at 4:30 a.m.

Last Modified: Sunday, November 24, 2013 at 6:06 p.m.

FLAT ROCK — Ann Hill Poynton, 69, died November 21, 2013, near her home in Flat Rock. Ann was born on December 14, 2013, in Mariemont, Ohio, to the late Mr. and Mrs. James Byron Hill. In addition to her parents Mrs. Poynton was preceded in death by her two brothers, James and Charles.

Ann graduated from Milford High School in 1961 and attended the University of Cincinnati. In 1967, Ann married John W. Poynton of Chicago. She moved to Hinsdale, Ill., in 1974 and raised a family, participated in many community activities and added a degree from Columbia College. Ann had a career as corporate copywriter and in advertising. In 1998, Ann retired to Flat Rock, where she continued to enjoy tennis, gardening, reading and artistic pursuits. Ann was known throughout her life for her sharp and creative mind, her facility with words and her indomitable spirit.

She is survived by her husband, John, of Flat Rock; her son, John, of Park City, Utah; her grandson, Jack, of Park City, Utah; and many nieces and nephews.

A memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 7, 2013, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with Father Martin Schratz celebrating.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Ann H. Poynton to the American Lung Association, www.lung.org.

An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com. Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors and Cremation Memorial Center is in charge of arrangements.

<p>FLAT ROCK  Ann Hill Poynton, 69, died November 21, 2013, near her home in Flat Rock. Ann was born on December 14, 2013, in Mariemont, Ohio, to the late Mr. and Mrs. James Byron Hill. In addition to her parents Mrs. Poynton was preceded in death by her two brothers, James and Charles.</p><p>Ann graduated from Milford High School in 1961 and attended the University of Cincinnati. In 1967, Ann married John W. Poynton of Chicago. She moved to Hinsdale, Ill., in 1974 and raised a family, participated in many community activities and added a degree from Columbia College. Ann had a career as corporate copywriter and in advertising. In 1998, Ann retired to Flat Rock, where she continued to enjoy tennis, gardening, reading and artistic pursuits. Ann was known throughout her life for her sharp and creative mind, her facility with words and her indomitable spirit.</p><p>She is survived by her husband, John, of Flat Rock; her son, John, of Park City, Utah; her grandson, Jack, of Park City, Utah; and many nieces and nephews.</p><p>A memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 7, 2013, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with Father Martin Schratz celebrating.</p><p>In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Ann H. Poynton to the American Lung Association, www.lung.org.</p><p>An online register book is available for family and friends by visiting www.thosshepherd.com. Thos. Shepherd & Son Funeral Directors and Cremation Memorial Center is in charge of arrangements.</p><h3>Deaths/Services Tressie L. Albertson Brown, 97</h3>
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